🎬 “Behind the Veil" is AFI’s groundbreaking initiative that added more than 45,000 short film records from the silent and early sound eras to the AFI Catalog, revealing a fuller and more inclusive story of cinema’s beginnings. Explore the results starting today!⁠ ⁠ The three-year project highlights the pioneering work of women and filmmakers of color who helped shape early Hollywood. Swipe to see the data, stories and filmmakers redefining film history — then visit the link in bio to explore more.⁠ ⁠ #AFICatalog #BehindTheVeil #FilmHistory #SilentEra #WomenInFilm #WDPD2025 #WorldDigitalPreservationDay